JEFFERSON DAVIS PARISH SCHOOL BOARD
DECEMBER 16, 2010- Jennings, Louisiana
The Jefferson Davis Parish School Board met in regular session at Lake Arthur Elementary School at 500 Mill Street, Lake Arthur, LA 70549, on Thursday, December 16, 2010 at 10:00 a.m., with the following School Board members in attendance: President, Michael Heinen, Vice-President, James E. Segura, Phillip Arceneaux, Gregory L. Bordelon, Mark E. Boudreaux, Sr., Jason J. Bouley, Charles Bruchhaus, David S. Capdeville, Donald E. Dees, Julius G. Caraway, III, Malon Dobson, Robert W. Menard and Richard R. McNabb. Absent: None.
The meeting was opened with an invocation by Lake Arthur Elementary 5th grader, Reagan Bourgeois, followed by the pledge of allegiance to the U.S. Flag, led by Mr. Dobson.
Mr. Heinen thanked Lake Arthur Elementary Principal Robin Primeaux for hosting the meeting. Mrs. Primeaux welcomed all board members and gave a power point presentation on Lake Arthur Elementary. Pre-K paraprofessional, Mrs. Charlotta Benoit and Pre-K student, Sidney Rai Theriot demonstrated to the board the use of the Smart Board.
Upon motion by Mr. Boudreaux, seconded by Mr. Bouley and carried, the minutes of the November 18, 2010, School Board meeting were accepted.
President, Michael Heinen asked Katherine J. Mack, Educational Media Center, SIS/JPAMS Coordinator to stand to be recognized and wished her well in her retirement.
It was moved by Mr. Menard, seconded by Mr. Capdeville and unanimously carried that the Board call for a vote to take care of items of business not listed on the original agenda, or to change the order of topics to be addressed.
The board gave special recognition to:
Laurie Duhon, Lake Arthur High School Teacher for being named State Finalist Region V High School Teacher of the Year for Technology.
Sharon P. Ardoin, Hathaway High Assistant Principal for being named 2011 NASSP/LAP High School Level Assistant Principal of the Year.
FINANCE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS: The following motions were made by Mr. Segura, Finance Committee Chairman, that the School Board:
Approve a lease renewal between the Jefferson Davis Parish School Board and the Jeff Davis Youth Community Center for leasing of the Old James Ward Elementary with the following provisions added:
1. No alcohol allowed on premises.
2. Jeff Davis Youth Community Center shall pay $6,000.00 per year for utilities, with that figure increased with each grant obtained in 2011. Motion seconded by Mr. Dees and carried.
Grant permission to Welsh High to insulate the weight room in the field house and to accept the quote of $6,600.00 from Martin Insulation and Coatings in Lake Charles. To be paid from CSD #1. Motion seconded by Mr. Bouley and carried.
Grant permission to Lake Arthur Elementary to purchase 11 Promethean boards at a cost of $38,599.33. To be paid from Maintenance #1. Motion seconded by Mr. Bordelon and carried.
Grant permission to Lake Arthur High to accept a $2,500.00 donation from ”ALL 4 THA KIDZ” to be used for student needs. Motion seconded by Mr. Dobson and carried.
Grant permission to Lake Arthur Elementary to accept a $2,500.00 donation from ”ALL 4 THA KIDZ” to be used for student needs. Motion seconded by Mr. Bordelon and carried.
Grant permission to Lake Arthur Elementary to accept a $2,000.00 donation from FabCon to be used to purchase 10 iPods for classroom use. Motion seconded by Mr. Dobson and carried.
POLICY COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS: The following motions were made by Mr. Bouley, Policy Committee Chairman, that the School Board approve the following new or revised policies:
a. SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENT LEGAL STATUS: File ABD (Revised December 2010: Effective upon approval).
b. BOARD MEMBER CONTINUING EDUCATION: File BBBC (Revised December 2010: Effective upon approval).
c. SCHOOL BOARD ETHICS: File BH (Revised December 2010: Effective upon approval).
d. SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENT: File CE (Revised December 2010: Effective upon approval).
e. EMPLOYMENT OF SUPERINTENDENT: File CED (Revised December 2010: Effective upon approval).
f. INVESTMENTS: File DFL (Revised December 2010: Effective upon approval).
g. AMERICAN RECOVERY AND REINVESTMENT REPORTING REQUIREMENTS: File DIBA (Revised December 2010: Effective upon approval).
h. BIDS AND QUOTATIONS: File DJED (Revised December 2010: Effective upon approval).
i. SCHOOL PROPERTY DISPOSAL: File DO (Revised December 2010: Effective upon approval).
j. BUILDING AND GROUNDS SECURITY: File EBC (Revised December 2010: Effective upon approval).
k. EMPLOYMENT OF PERSONNEL: File GBD (Revised December 2010: Effective upon approval).
l. TRANSFER: File GBM (Revised December 2010: Effective upon approval).
m. ALCOHOL, TOBACCO, DRUG, AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE EDUCATION PROGRAM: File IDBB (Revised December 2010: Effective upon approval).
n. TESTING PROGRAM: File II (Revised December 2010: Effective upon approval).
o. STUDENT ASSIGNMENT: File JBCC (Revised December 2010: Effective upon approval).
p. STUDENT ALCOHOL AND DRUG USE: File JCDAC (Revised December 2010: Effective upon approval).
q. STUDENT BIOMETRIC INFORMATION: File JGFHA (New Policy, December 2010: Effective upon approval).
Motion seconded by Mr. Menard and carried.
The following committees had no reports to present:
Building & Grounds - Richard McNabb, Chairman
16th Section-Charles Bruchhaus, Chairman
Insurance- Donnie Dees, Chairman
Transportation- Greg Bordelon, Chairman
Ward II (Ad Hoc) - David Capdeville, Chairman
Legislative Liaison - Jason Bouley, Chairman
The Sales Tax report was given by J.C. Blank, Tax Collector/Auditor, and accepted by the Board.
Mr. Heinen turned meeting over to Mr. Segura.
NEW BUSINESS:
Motion made by Mr. Dobson and seconded by Mr. Bordelon to approve the following resolution regarding board member Michael Heinen:
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Michael Heinen has faithfully served the public as a member of the JEFFERSON DAVIS PARISH SCHOOL BOARD from January 1, 1995 to December 31, 2010, and
WHEREAS, his service and dedication to fulfilling his responsibilities have been inspirational to his fellow Board Members and to the administrative personnel with whom he has worked, and further, his spirit of Public Service has been in the finest tradition of democratic government;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Jefferson Davis Parish School Board in regular session of the 16th day of December, that said Board recognizes and commends Michael Heinen, School Board District 8, for a job well done.
The above Resolution, having been put to a vote and having passed, was duly declared adopted and ordered spread on the minutes of this Board.
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James Segura David Clayton
Vice-President Superintendent
Mr. Segura returned meeting to Mr. Heinen.
Motion made by Mr. Segura and seconded by Mr. Caraway to approve the following resolution regarding board member Mark Boudreaux, Sr.:
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Mark Boudreaux, Sr. has faithfully served the public as a member of the JEFFERSON DAVIS PARISH SCHOOL BOARD from January 1, 2007 to December 31, 2010, and
WHEREAS, his service and dedication to fulfilling his responsibilities have been inspirational to his fellow Board Members and to the administrative personnel with whom he has worked, and further, his spirit of Public Service has been in the finest tradition of democratic government;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Jefferson Davis Parish School Board in regular session of the 16th day of December, that said Board recognizes and commends Mark Boudreaux, Sr., School Board District 11, for a job well done.
The above Resolution, having been put to a vote and having passed, was duly declared adopted and ordered spread on the minutes of this Board.
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Michael J. Heinen David Clayton
President Superintendent
Motion made by Mr. Segura and seconded by Mr. Dobson to grant authorization to use current signature plates as the signing authority on all checks and accounts until new plates are issued following the new board election of officers.
Motion made by Mr. Bouley and seconded by Mr. Menard to approve the following resolution supporting the amendment of ACT 921 of 2010 to provide for an exemption for the employment of substitutes:
WHEREAS, the Louisiana State Legislature enacted ACT 921 of 2010; and
WHEREAS, this law severely restricts the ability of school boards to obtain the services of certified substitutes; and
WHEREAS, the application of this law may force school boards to employ uncertified/non-highly qualified/non-degreed substitutes; and
WHEREAS, the application of this law will degrade the quality of educational services available to students in Louisiana elementary and secondary schools.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE RESOLVED, that the Louisiana Legislature amend the provisions of Act 921 of 2010 to provide for an exemption for the employment of substitutes.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Jefferson Davis Parish School Board that his resolution be made a permanent part of the School Board records and that a copy be sent to the Louisiana School Boards Association and the Vermilion Parish Legislative Delegation.
The above Resolution, having been put to a vote and having passed, was duly declared adopted and ordered spread on the minutes of this Board.
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MICHAEL HEINEN DAVID CLAYTON
President Superintendent
Motion made by Mr. Caraway and seconded by Mr. Segura to adopt the 2011-2012 school calendar.
Motion made by Mr. Bouley and seconded by Mr. Boudreaux to approve the following out of state travel requests:
a. Welsh High teacher, Cassidy Juneau, to travel to Princeton, NJ from January 10-12, 2011 to attend the PLT Secondary Level meeting at ETS expense.
b. Jennings High teacher, Brenda Pattum, to travel to Princeton, NJ from January 12-14, 2011 to attend the PLT Middle School Level meeting at ETS expense.
Motion made by Mr. Bordelon and seconded by Mr. Dobson to approve Charles Benoit as a non-faculty softball coach at Lake Arthur High School for 2010-2011.
PERSONNEL CHANGES:
It was moved by Mr. Bordelon and seconded by Mr. Menard and carried, to name
Donna Fontenot, Bus Driver, Jennings Schools, effective 01/07/11, re: Gerald Neal retirement.
It was moved by Mr. Boudreaux and seconded by Mr. Bouley and carried, to name Rickie O’Quain, Custodian, Hathaway High, effective 01/03/11, re: Lonnie Broussard resignation.
It was moved by Mr. Bouley and seconded by Mr. Dees and carried, with Mr. Bruchhaus recused from voting, to approve the following personnel changes, by consent:
APPOINTMENTS
1. Melissa Andrews, Lake Arthur Elementary Title I para, effective 12/06/10, re: Margeaux Oustalet transfer.
2. Kimberly Esprit, Elton High teacher, effective 01/03/11, re: Rhonda Marcantel retirement.
TRANSFERS
1. Kay Derosier, Jennings Elementary teacher to Elton High teacher, effective 02/01/11, re: Danielle Semien promotion.
2. Margeaux Oustalet, Lake Arthur Elementary Title I para to Lake Arthur Elementary CSR Kindergarten teacher, effective 12/06/10, re: Stephanie Coleman resignation.
LEAVES
1. Misty Stantz, Welsh Elementary teacher, extended medical leave, effective 08/18/10 to 09/29/10 and 11/04/10 to 11/08/10.
2. Lauren Bergeaux, Central Office Bookkeeper I, maternity leave, effective 04/08/11 to 05/20/11.
3. Bridgette Redmond, West End Instructional Center para, extended medical leave, effective 11/12/10 to 01/04/11.
4. Ella Benoit, Jennings Elementary part-time custodian, extended medical leave 11/19/10 to 02/01/11.
5. Frank McCoy, Elton High teacher, medical sabbatical leave 01/03/11 to 05/26/11.
6. Fayla Kershaw, Lake Arthur High paraprofessional, extended medical leave 11/5/10, 11/09/10, 11/10/10 (½ day), 11/11-12/10, 11/16/10, 11/29-30/10, , 12/01-03/10 and 12/09/10.
7. Deborah B. Bruchhaus, Elton Elementary para, leave without pay 11/18/10 to 03/31/11.
RESIGNATIONS
1. Wendy Wright, Lacassine High cafeteria tech, effective 11/30/10.
2. Dana Bertrand, Lake Arthur High teacher, effective 01/04/11.
3. Stephanie B. Coleman, Lake Arthur Elementary teacher, effective 12/06/10.
RETIREMENTS
1. Sue Chapman, Lake Arthur Elementary principal, effective 06/10/11, with 33 years of service.
2. Delmar Bentley, Fenton Elementary principal, effective 02/25/11, with 36 years of service.
3. Marcia Koopman, James Ward Elementary RTI coach, effective 05/27/11 with 42 years of service.
SUPERINTENDENT’S COMMENTS NOT REQUIRING BOARD ACTION.
NONE.
Legal Counsel, Michael Cassidy, advised the board of possible mediation on pending suit involving West End Instructional.
INFORMATION:
The following teachers have been selected to serve on the textbook committee:
Elementary Teachers Junior High Teachers
Margaret Bebee – FES Penny Leger – LAE
Lucinda Stark – LHS Christopher Martin – LAHS
Bernadine Daboval – WES Michelle Oustalet – JHS
Elizabeth McCleery – JES Margaret Bond – W-R
Marcia Koopmann – WARD
Katie Maggio – EES
High School Teachers Journey to Careers
Debra Bruchhaus – EHS Evette Broussard – WEIC
Brandon Bergeron – HHS Paula Kershaw – HHS
Joel Richert – JHS Johnny Granger – EHS
Karen Thevis – WHS
Congratulations to Jennings High School and Lacassine High School for being recognized for significantly increasing ACT Composite scores over the past five years, increasing or maintaining participation in the ACT, and improving student college readiness. Only 21 public high schools in Louisiana were recognized.
On November 11, 2010, Board Members, Charles Bruchhaus, Donald Dees, Robert Menard, David Capdeville, Julius Caraway, Phillip Arceneaux, Greg Bordelon, Jason Bouley, Malon Dobson and Richard McNabb attended the Jefferson Davis Parish School Board Administrative Academy at the School Board office and received 2 hours of Board Member credit hours.
On December 2, 2010, Board Members, Charles Bruchhaus, Robert Menard, David Capdeville, Phillip Arceneaux, Jason Bouley, Malon Dobson, James Segura and Richard McNabb attended the Jefferson Davis Parish School Board Administrative Academy at the School Board office and received 2 hours of Board Member credit hours.
The 2011 Louisiana School Board Association Convention will be held in Baton Rouge, Louisiana from March 2 -4, 2011. Please let Ms. Abshire know if you plan to attend.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
No executive session
There being no other business to come before the Board, it was moved by Mr. Menard, seconded by Mr. Bouley and carried, to adjourn.
Upon meeting adjournment, board members and staff were given a tour of Lake Arthur Elementary by Mrs. Primeaux and students, Patsy Beard, Jerry Sonnier, Jeremy Martin, Harley Trahan, Jamara Levi, Caleb Guidry, Kyla Kresta and Trey Hargrave.
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/s/Michael J. Heinen, President
ATTEST:
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/s/David Clayton, Secretary/Superintendent
Note: Items purchased by quotes or bids may be reviewed at the School Board office during normal business hours. All policies can be reviewed at any facility under the jurisdiction of the Jefferson Davis Parish School Board.